New Market
6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/kolkata·7 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
New Market is a shopping area that several commenters recommend for a day out, with one calling it their favourite part of Kolkata and another noting locals prefer it over wholesale markets like Burrabazar. One commenter points to the Hogg Market section for handmade decoration items, while a couple of others find the area touristy.
Address
New Market Kolkata, D-23 19, Lindsay St, New Market Area, Dharmatala, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700087, India
At a glance
- Known for
- Shopping, Handmade decorations
The evidence
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They wish they had chosen New Market instead, calling it their favourite part of Kolkata.
Suggests going to New Market and shopping there.
Names the New Market–Lindsay Street area among tourist traps.
Recommends the New Market fish and vegetable market as a raw experience.
Suggests the hogs market section for handmade decoration items.
Suggests the New Market area as a place for shopping.
Says locals prefer New Market over Burrabazar for shopping.
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Last verified 18/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.